Because genetically modified seeds are _______, farmers cannot keep any of the seed themselves but must purchase seeds each year from companies such as Monsanto.

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Genetically modified seeds are patented, meaning that the company that created them (such as Monsanto) owns the patent and farmers are not allowed to save and replant these seeds without permission. Therefore, farmers must purchase new seeds each year from the patent holder.

Because Genetically Modified Seeds Are _______, Farmers Cannot Keep Any